International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 39/2026 | Phaata
The international logistics marketplace platform Phaata provides an update on the international container shipping and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe, and more for Week 39 (from Sep 21 - Sep 27), 2026.
US Shippers Expand Port-to-Inland Connectivity to Diversify Supply Chain Risks
US shippers are strengthening connections between seaports and inland destinations to diversify supply chain risks, reduce trucking distances and make greater use of rail capacity.
Hapag-Lloyd and FIMI Submit Revised Proposal for ZIM Acquisition
Hapag-Lloyd and FIMI have submitted a revised proposal for the USD 4.2 billion acquisition of ZIM, adding provisions covering control rights, service routes, fleet, personnel and the maritime security of ZIM Israel.
China’s Airfreight E-commerce Volumes Fall 16% in August
Airfreight volumes of e-commerce goods from China fell 16% in August, with shipments to Europe dropping 40% after the EU introduced a EUR 3 customs duty on low-value goods.
Two More Oil Tankers Attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Risks Escalate
Two oil tankers were involved in incidents in the Strait of Hormuz on 21 September, with one vessel struck by an unidentified object, injuring two crew members slightly. JMIC maintains its threat assessment for the area at “Severe.”
Gemini shifts four services - AE5, AE11, AE12 and ME2 - to Suez routings
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are restructuring four Gemini services - AE5, AE11, AE12 and ME2; under the new routing, AE11 calls at Tanjung Pelepas before transiting the Suez Canal.
International Shipping and Logistics Market Update Week 38/2026 | Phaata
The international logistics marketplace platform Phaata provides an update on the international container shipping and logistics market for routes from Asia to North America, Europe, and more for Week 38 (from Sep 14 - Sep 20), 2026.
Container Freight Rates on Asia–US Routes Near Pandemic-Era Peaks
Container freight rates on the transpacific trade continue to rise ahead of Golden Week, while capacity management, port disruptions and geopolitical tensions are adding further pressure to the market.
Maritime Tensions: Iran Attacks Vessel in Hormuz as Italy Prepares Independent Red Sea Escort Plan
Iran’s IRGC says it attacked an oil products tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, while Italy is preparing an independent escort plan for commercial vessels linked to the country transiting the Red Sea.
ZIM introduces AI-based software to detect false goods
As explained, the new ZIMGuard system scans the shipper's cargo declarations at an early stage and marks cases where goods may be misreported.
Vinalines changed its name to VIMC
On the morning of August 13, Vinalines held the first shareholder meeting to switch to joint stock company model with new brand VIMC.
Spending trillion on acquiring logistics segment of Gelex, ITL Corp has just received a loan of USD 70 million from IFC
Last year, Symphony Logistics PTE LTD spent USD 42.6 million buying a 25.12% stake in ITL from the Singapore Post.
The Beirut container port was back to operation after the explosion
Nine days after one of the worst events in container shipping history, the Port of Beirut reopened after what has been called minor damage to the container port.
CU Lines joins the Korea-Vietnam shipping service
China United Line (CU Lines), the first time to launch a shipping service between Korea and Southeast Asia after purchasing seats on the Hai Phong Express (HPX) service, operated by Korean carriers HMM and CK Line.
ECLAC forecasts trade in Latin America to drop 23% by 2020
Latin America and the Caribbean are considered to be the hardest hit regions due to the economic impact of the global pandemic, according to the latest data released by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).
Vietnam’s major terminal operator orders Kalmar equipment
Cargotec-owned manufacturing company, Kalmar and Vietnam’s largest container terminal operator, Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP) have inked an agreement for 25 units of the Kalmar Essential Terminal Tractor TL2.
RCL and Gold Star Lines launching a new service between Vietnam to Singapore and Malaysia
Regional Container Lines (RCL) and Gold Star Lines are launching a new service connecting Ho Chi Minh, Singapore and Port Klang.
Export turnover of wood and wood products of Vietnam reached over USD 6 billion in the first 7 months of the year
Accumulated from the beginning of the year to the end of July 2020, exports of wood and wood products are estimated at USD 6.09 billion, up 6.2% over the same period in 2019.
Container shipping lines diverted from Beirut after the port explosion
Container shipping lines are diverting from Beirut to Tripoli and other ports in the Mediterranean region after a massive port explosion in Lebanon destroyed most of the infrastructure there.
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